What are the responsibilities and job description for the Strategy Manager position at CRH?
Job ID: 516522
CRH is a leading global diversified building materials group, employing over 75,800 people at more than 3,160 locations in 29 countries. CRH is the leading building materials company in North America and the world. We manufacture and distribute a diverse range of superior building materials, products, and solutions, which are used extensively in construction projects of all sizes.
Position Overview
CRH has organized a suite of strategic capabilities across North America and Europe to support its strong portfolio of operating businesses, advancing the company’s understanding of what it takes to succeed as a leading organization. Working closely with the CRH Strategy, Innovations and Ventures (SIV) Team, the broader strategy organization is tasked with evaluating growth strategies, fueling an entrepreneurial mindset, and fostering collaboration across the business – all key for the next chapter of CRH’s success.
The Strategy Team supports analysis for CRH global leadership decision making, allowing them to execute on their vision for CRH. The team provides expertise through market analysis and synthesis of trends shaping the global building materials & construction sectors.
As a Strategy Manager, you will play a role in advancing growth and value creation at CRH. Through market analysis, strategic projects, and partnering with CRH operating businesses, you will help guide CRH’s continued exploration in support of its vision as an industry leader.
This role will be based in Atlanta, GA and report to the Vice President of Strategy.
Key Responsibilities (Essential Duties and Functions)
- Work with business leaders to identify and analyze growth opportunities across CRH, providing actionable insights and optionality to CRH Leadership Teams
- Support due diligence on emerging business models and markets adjacent to CRH’s core markets, including preparation of comprehensive memos, proposals and presentations for senior leadership
- Coordinate with the CRH Strategy & Development Team, ensuring project alignment with CRH operating business strategic plans and activities across Europe and North America
- Work with CRH Ventures & the CRH Group Innovation team on the evaluation and implementation of specific projects, pilots, partnerships, and investments as needed to support CRH’s growth ambitions
- Follow business trends across the industry, synthesizing real time insights and contextualizing with current CRH efforts
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
Qualifications
Education / Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in business, finance, engineering or related field
- 2-4 years of relevant professional experience
- Experience in strategy consulting, corporate development, investment banking, or similar
- Strong communication and presentation skills
- Strong knowledge of and/or experience in the Construction and Building Materials sectors is a plus
Knowledge / Skill Requirements
- Highly developed interpersonal verbal and written communication skills
- Excellent organizational skills with attention to detail
- Ability to perform under deadline pressure
- Ability to understand and follow complex verbal and/or written instructions
- A self-starter with high degree of initiative, action-oriented
- High standard of ethics, integrity, trust, and respect.
Work Requirements
- Must be 18 years in age or older
- Must pass pre-employment drug screen and criminal background check
- Strict adherence to safety requirements and procedures as outlined in the Employee Handbook
- Ability to work independently or within a team environment, assisting the team with other duties as required
- Ability to work on a global team spanning many time-zones
- On site work environment at least 4 days per week in office when not traveling (some flexibility to work from home)
- Domestic and international travel approx. 25% may be necessary according to the demands of the role
- The position may require work outside of normal business hours
Physical Requirements
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
- Able to communicate with others by telephone, Microsoft Teams, e-mail, and in-person
- Able to utilize a computer for word processing, email communication, and preparation of documents and presentations
- May require sitting for extended periods of time
The statements included in this job description are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements and criteria necessary to successfully perform the job. Other duties may be assigned as required. Requirements for this job are subject to modification by the Company and its designees, and reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
What CRH Offers You
- Highly competitive base pay
- Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs
- Group retirement savings program
- Health and wellness programs
- An inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion
About CRH
CRH has a long and proud heritage. We are a collection of hundreds of family businesses, regional companies and large enterprises that together form the CRH family. CRH operates in a decentralized, diversified structure that allows you to work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of a large international organization.
If you’re up for a rewarding challenge, we invite you to take the first step and apply today! Once you click apply now, you will be brought to our official employment application. Please complete your online profile and it will be sent to the hiring manager. Our system allows you to view and track your status 24 hours a day. Thank you for your interest!
CRH is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.
EOE/Vet/Disability
CRH is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.